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Chris Gray

Chris Gray

Chris Gray is the former editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro. He has worked in the fields of journalism and copywriting for nearly 20 years, ranging from local print newspapers to the multi-media promotion of international artists.

Reach him at 248-244-6498 or grayc@bnpmedia.com.

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ARTICLES

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A Look Back

Top 10 Most Popular Roofing Supply Articles of 2023

Find out which articles RSP readers enjoyed the most during our first year as a publication
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 22, 2023
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Whether it was profiles about women making company history or ways to optimize warehouse space, take a look at some of the most viewed content on RoofingSupplyPro.com from 2023.


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Safety

Roofing Has Second Highest Workplace Fatality Rate in the U.S.

Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows workplace deaths rose by 7.8% in 2022
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 21, 2023
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The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows roofing contractors as having one of the highest workplace fatality rates in the country, with a majority of the incidents due to falls.


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Top 100

VIDEO: 2023 Top 100 Contractors Celebrate Making the List

Contractors share the benefits of making the list and why others should submit their company for future Top 100 lists
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 18, 2023
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Six roofing contractors on the 2023 Top 100 list share why making the list matters and how they benefit from entering their companies each year for consideration.


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Distributor Profile

ABC Supply Co. Inc.’s James Crawford Shares Sage Advice for Success

One of ABC Supply’s 2023 Ken Hendricks Award winners credits staff, leading by example for achievement
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 13, 2023
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One of ABC Supply Co Inc.’s 2023 Ken Hendricks Award winners dispenses wisdom and advice on how to run a successful roofing supply branch.


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Roofing Roundup: Industry Recognizes Outstanding Contractors, Companies

Roofing contractors, manufacturers and firms captured numerous awards during the second half of 2023
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 11, 2023
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Find out which roofing contractors and companies took home the trophies in the second half of 2023.
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Product Focus: Steep Slope Roofing

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 8, 2023
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A roundup of products and materials offered to the roofing industry. This month, check out the latest offerings in steep slope roofing.


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Best of Success

PHOTO GALLERY: The 2023 Best of Success Conference

Nearly 500 roofing professionals head to the Lone Star State to better their businesses
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 6, 2023
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Check out some of the images we captured during the 2023 Best of Success conference, held Dec. 4-6 in Frisco, Texas.


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Success From Within

2023 Residential Contractor of the Year: Bone Dry Roofing

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 5, 2023
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Bone Dry Roofing in Indiana leaders will admit they don't have all the answers, but the ones they do have created massive success for the residential roofing contractor.
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Best of Success 2023

Roofing Contractor Reveals 2023 Residential, Commercial Contractors of the Year

Two outstanding contractors receive magazine’s highest honor during 2023 Best of Success Conference
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 4, 2023
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Two of the best roofing contractors in the country have been honored with Roofing Contractor magazine's 2023 "Contractor of the Year" award.


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Best of Success

RT3 Names 2023 Innovator of the Year Award Winner

This year’s winner helped develop revolutionary software that creates realistic renderings of rooftops
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 4, 2023
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This year’s winner helped develop drone assessment software that creates 3-D models of roofs that measure and identify roofing issues with pinpoint accuracy.


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